LTL Shipping That Pays for the Space You Use
Less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping lets you pay for only the portion of a trailer your freight occupies. Your pallets or crates share the truck with freight from other shippers and move through carrier terminal networks to their destination. LTL is the go-to option for shipments too large for parcel but too small to fill a truck.
Logistics-Now connects you to one of North America’s largest carrier networks for competitive LTL rates and reliable service — from single-pallet moves to complex multi-stop routes. Every shipment comes with real-time tracking, proactive communication, and dedicated support.
What sets us apart is where we come from. Our leadership spent more than 25 years in LTL pricing at the carrier level, so we understand freight classification, weights and inspections, reweighs, and the tariff rules that can add unexpected charges to your invoice. For deeper pricing, classification, and dispute work, see our freight consulting services.
What Our LTL Freight Services Include
We manage LTL shipments from quote to delivery — and help you avoid the charges that surprise shippers after the fact.
Competitive LTL Rates
Pricing sourced across a vast network of LTL carriers so your freight moves on the right carrier for the lane.
Single-Pallet to Multi-Stop Moves
From one pallet to complex multi-stop routes, we handle partial shipments of all shapes.
Freight Class Guidance
Help identifying the correct NMFC classification for your commodities to reduce reclassification risk.
Real-Time Tracking
Visibility on your shipments from pickup through delivery.
Proactive Communication
Dedicated support that keeps you informed instead of leaving you to chase updates.
Invoice & Reweigh Support
Experienced help when a carrier applies reweighs or inspection corrections you disagree with.
Benefits of Shipping LTL with Logistics-Now
Pay Only for the Space You Use
Share trailer space instead of paying for a full truck you cannot fill.
Fewer Surprise Charges
Accurate classification and tariff knowledge help protect you from unexpected invoice adjustments.
Carrier Options on Every Lane
Access to a network of 50,000+ carriers means more choices for cost and service.
A Shipper Advocate
Carrier-side pricing experience working on your side of the table.
Who LTL Freight Shipping Is For
LTL is a strong fit for shippers moving freight such as:
- Palletized or crated freight too large for parcel carriers
- Regular replenishment shipments to retailers and distributors
- Manufacturers shipping finished goods or components to customers
- Multi-stop partial shipments on a single route
- Businesses seeing frequent reweigh or reclassification charges
- Shippers who want an expert review of their LTL pricing
What Affects Your LTL Freight Rates
LTL pricing has more moving parts than most shippers expect. These are the factors we look at when quoting and reviewing your freight.
Freight Class (NMFC)
Commodities are assigned a class under the National Motor Freight Classification. The wrong class can lead to reclassification charges.
Weight & Density
Weight and how much space your freight takes up both influence your rate — and carriers verify them through weights and inspections.
Distance & Lane
Where your freight picks up and delivers, and how that lane fits a carrier’s network.
Accessorial Charges
Extra services or conditions at pickup or delivery can add fees on top of the base rate.
Tariff Rules
Carrier tariff items — such as lineal foot and cubic capacity rules — can increase cost at the shipper’s expense if they are not managed.
How Our LTL Shipping Process Works
Tell Us About Your Freight
Share origin, destination, commodity, weight, dimensions, and pallet count.
Classify & Quote
We confirm the right freight class and source competitive rates across our carrier network.
Book & Pick Up
We book your shipment with the carrier that fits your lane, cost, and service needs.
Track & Communicate
Real-time tracking and proactive updates keep you informed through delivery.
Review the Invoice
If a reweigh or inspection correction appears, we help identify the root cause and resolve it.
Why Choose Logistics-Now for LTL Freight
Having spent more than 25 years in LTL pricing at the carrier level, we understand the challenges from both sides of the table — first as a pricing manager, now as a shipper advocate.
- 25+ years of carrier-side LTL pricing experience
- Access to 50,000+ carriers through MODE Transportation
- Deep knowledge of NMFC classification and weights & inspections
- Real-time tracking and dedicated support on every shipment
- In-house LTL pricing and RFP consulting when you need it
“If you can't measure it, you can't manage it”
Less-than-Truckload (LTL) FAQs
What is LTL shipping?
Less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping moves freight that does not fill a full trailer. Your pallets or crates share space with other shippers’ freight, and you pay for the portion of the trailer you use.
How are LTL freight rates calculated?
LTL rates are generally based on freight class, weight, dimensions, and distance, plus any accessorial charges for additional services. Carrier tariff rules can also affect the final cost.
What is freight class?
Freight class is a standardized classification under the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC). There are 18 classes, from 50 to 500, based on characteristics such as density, handling, stowability, and liability. We can help identify the right classification for your commodities.
Why was my LTL shipment reweighed or reclassified?
Carriers verify weight and class through weights and inspections, and adjust the invoice when what they find differs from the bill of lading. We have been involved in many reweigh disputes and can help identify the root cause and resolve it with the carrier.
When should I switch from LTL to truckload?
As a shipment takes up a larger share of a trailer, full truckload can become more cost-effective and involves fewer handoffs. Share your shipment details and we can compare LTL and truckload options for you.